Maintenance Assistant
Location: US, CA, Fresno
Salary range: 18720-21840
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Entry level
Required education: High School or equivalent
Industry: Nonprofit Organization Management
Function: Other

Company profile:
The Central California SPCA (CCSPCA), established in 1946 and located in Fresno County, California, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit humane society.As the leading animal welfare organization in California’s Central Valley, we are committed to leading and serving our community of animals and people by providing programs and services which serve all the stages of an animal’s life.  These programs include Adoptions, Rescue, Foster Care, Owner Surrenders, Outreach, Humane Education, Veterinary Services, Spay/Neuter programs, and Pet Services.The CCSPCA also assumes responsibility, by contract, to perform the Animal Control and Leash Law services for the City of Fresno dating back to September 1951. The modern facilities and our caring staff offer safe refuge, nourishment, medical care, and love to every animal in our Animal Center.  Free ambulance service and shelter is provided for lost or stray animals in the City of Fresno, or those owned but temporarily without homes because their owners can no longer keep them.Although the CCSPCA is contracted to conduct Animal Control Services and Rabies Control Enforcement within the Fresno City, we are not federally, state, or locally funded and do not receive aid from any national organization (including the ASPCA). The CCSPCA owns its own land, buildings, and equipment purchased with privately donated funds.  Our funds come from our loyal supporters, allowing us to provide many vital services to our community.

Job description:
PURPOSE/FUNCTION:  The job of the Maintenance Assistant is done for the purpose/s of assisting in maintaining CCSPCA property, employee and public in a safe operating condition; resolving immediate operational and/or safety concerns under supervision of the Facilities Manager.Working Conditions/Environment: Significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 10% sitting, 40% walking and 50% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and some hazardous conditions. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds or more. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assists Facilities Manager in the repair and/or installation of various items, systems and/or components as may be required (e.g. broken windows, roofs, building structures, floors, hand rails, stairs, lighting systems, HVAC units, electrical units/service.)Assists with painting tasks as directed by the supervisor for the purpose of maintaining attractive facilities and minimizing damage.Cleans and performs minor repairs of gutters, drains and scuppers for the purpose of maintaining operation and adequate drainage.Assist the supervisor in installing system components parts on property and facility components as may be required for the purpose of maintaining facilities in a safe, comfortable and operating condition.Maintains tools and/or equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.Responsible for locks and door closers, keys, electrical plugs, lighting, A/C, filters, plumbing, leaks and repairs.Transports and assist with set up at offsite events.Assist with landscaping repairs including sprinklers.Respond to problem calls for printers and computer technical issues.Assist with audio/visual equipment set up. 

Requirements:
Qualification Requirements:  High School Diploma or GED required.  Six months experience in maintenance field required. Good writing skills and ability to communicate legibly.  Computer hardware repair or computer support experience.  Minimum Requirements:  Skills are required to perform multiple, non-technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: operating equipment used in skill trades, power and hand tools, etc.; adhering to safety practices; handling hazardous materials. Basic computer knowledge required.  Knowledge is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; read and follow instructions and understand multi-step written and oral instructions. Must have a valid CA drivers license and a clean driving record. 

Benefits:
Benefits package includes:-Vacation -Sick leave-Holidays-Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance-Life Insurance -Supplemental Voluntary Insurance-Company events-Pet Care Discounts-401k